Nathalie wrote:
<<The class average on the first exam was a B, so most of them grasp the
material enough to do well on the exams. But the silence in the classroom
has continued even after that exam.
I'm not sure how to deal with it. Any advice?>>
It was not clear in the post how the questions are asked, but you might try
asking specific questions to specific students. They are more likely to
attempt to answer a direct question, than one that is posed to the group. In
addition, it sends the message that you will be engaging them in discussion
about the content of the lesson and your expectation is that they will
participate.
Marjorie Carroll
Assistant Professor
United States Military Academy
Department of Behavioral Sciences and Leadership
269D Thayer Hall
West Point, NY 10096
